Koti-Chennaya Theme Park — Attraction in Karnataka

Koti Chennaya Theme Park is built in the memory of Koti Chennaya, one of Tulu Nadu's legendary heroes. Pictures telling the life story of Koti Chennayas, Garadis, ancient sculptural accessories, wooden idols that were worshiped in garadis, and also beautiful stone idols have been installed here, which are still worshiped with devotion all over the coast. Hundreds of sculptures depicting coastal lifestyle, folklore, sports, clan crafts, tradition and culture in the midst of various herbs, narrates the story of Tulu Nadu's past. There are 2 museums, one is an open air museum which is located outside depicting the practice of rituals like Kambala, Bhoota kola, Gruhapravesha, Kolianka, Nejji etc.Inside Museum consists very old things like swords, very old and rare wooden boats, many old wooden idols, paintings, porcupine Quill, lamps, clock, Daiva ritual items, trunks and many more interesting things which will amaze you!

It takes around 2 hours to get to know the stories and things they used in olden days.Staffs here are very friendly they will guide you in case you need any help.I suggest the museum authorities to put signboard about the rituals information.Drinking water & washroom facilities are available.Ticket price is ₹20 per individual & it's worth the ticket.All thanks to people who came forward to highlight the ancient tulu traditions & equipments...

• This theme park is located in Karkala, just 3 km from the Karkala bus stand. • It's situated near Karkala Taluk Stadium, also known as Mangala Stadium. • The theme park pays tribute to the twin heroes of Tulunadu, Koti-Chennaiah, who are predominantly worshiped deities/demigods. • The infrastructure showcases beautiful Tulunadu culture, featuring photo-framed paintings narrating the life story of Koti-Chennaiah on its walls. • You'll find various wooden structures, statues of demigods, and metal artifacts used in daivaradhane collected and displayed throughout the theme park. • There's a small Tulu village recreated at the back of the theme park, often overlooked but a must-visit place. • It's a wonderful destination for family outings and photography...

This theme park is very interesting. Very exciting for history loving people. This theme park costs no charge and the entry is free for everyone. This park is constructed and designed very traditionally like the ancient Tulu cultures. This is more like a museum and consists very old things like swords, very old and rare wooden boat, many old wooden idols, paintings, porcupine Quill, lamps, clock, Daiva ritual items, trunks and many more interesting things which will amaze you. There's even a stone statue of Koti and Chennayya holding...